Gluten Free Soft Molasses Drops Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible chewiness of these gluten-free molasses cookies! Spiced to perfection, their soft and moist texture melts in your mouth. The perfect treat with a glass of cold milk (or your favorite plant-based milk!). A simple recipe for a delicious homemade cookie.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 99.8 kcal
Protein 1g
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Ingredients for Gluten Free Soft Molasses Drops

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How to Make Gluten Free Soft Molasses Drops

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease cookie sheets.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1/2 cup (113g) softened butter and 1 cup (200g) packed light brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; beat well.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups (180g) gluten-free all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon ground ginger, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. In a small cup, dissolve 1 teaspoon baking soda in 1 tablespoon hot coffee. Stir this into the batter.
  7. Stir in 1/2 cup (120ml) molasses.
  8. Drop by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared cookie sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly browned.
  10. Let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

33g

Fat

12g

Carbs

5g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Gluten Free Soft Molasses Drops?

Gluten Free Soft Molasses Drops takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Gluten Free Soft Molasses Drops?

Gluten Free Soft Molasses Drops has approximately 99.8 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 6 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Gluten Free Soft Molasses Drops?

The key ingredients for Gluten Free Soft Molasses Drops are Sweet Rice Flour, Potato Starch, Buckwheat Flour, Sugar, Ginger, Cinnamon. See the full list with measurements above.

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